Odd News

New York -- Jane Gilsenan has lived in three centuries, seen 19 U.S. presidents, is New York's oldest resident, and one of the oldest people in the world, authorities say.

New York -- Former sex worker Kristin Davis, dubbed the "Manhattan Madam," said she intends to run as a Libertarian in the race for governor of New York.

Preston, England -- The mayor of a small coastal town in northern England has been sentenced to two years in prison for stealing women's underwear.

London -- A source at a London theater says a man was arrested outside the site amid concerns he was stalking British actress Keira Knightley.

Los Angeles, February 6 -- In a shocking and unusual incident, a 12-year-old school girl has been arrested for doodling on her desk with an erasable marker.

Clarksville, Tenn. -- Police in Tennessee say a man who did not want his wife to know he gave $5 to a homeless man falsely reported being robbed.

Auckland, New Zealand -- A New Zealand restoration team said they discovered five crates of whisky and brandy buried in the Antarctic for more than a century.

Bethesda, Md. -- Officials in Maryland's Montgomery County said a man would be allowed to continue holding sexual fetish parties at his home if he stops charging a cover.

Vaxjo, Sweden -- A Church of Sweden bishop said he is taking sick leave following a physical confrontation with an employee of his office.

Louisville, Ky. -- Six Flags said Friday that it would close its Kentucky Kingdom amusement park in Louisville, Ky., choosing to opt out of its lease with the state.